Mental Health

Seasonal Depression Awareness Month

December 12, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health

Are you feeling tired or don’t have the energy to do anything? You might have the winter blues or seasonal affective disorder SAD. Find out how you can shake off the funk you may be feeling in the fall and winter months.

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woman wearing glasses The Molina Blog - Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Mental Health Month

July 12, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health

Are you going through a tough time, feeling anxious, sad or showing signs of depression? It might be time to get professional help. Asking for help is hard. Sometimes you do not realize it, but your background and cultural identity shape the way you look at mental health.
 
This July, it is important to recognize the challenges that Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities face in terms of mental health.

 

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caretaker helping elderly man shave - The Molina Blog - Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

June 30, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Disease / Mental Health

Finding out a loved one has Alzheimer’s can feel overwhelming. This progressive disease causes a decline in cognitive abilities, memory loss and behavioral changes. Learn about the stages and how to support someone you know living with Alzheimer’s.

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May 10, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health

If you have not, now is the perfect time to do so. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a great time to check in with yourself. It is also a reminder that doing so on a regular basis will keep you mentally and emotionally well. 

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April 26, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health / Stress

Stress. Everyone has dealt with it. In fact, it is an important part of survival. But, when it gets to be too much, it can negatively affect your health. While you cannot avoid stress, there are healthy ways to manage it.

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January 30, 2023 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health / Physical Health

And a healthy, new you!

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October 06, 2022 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. It’s more important than ever to put a spotlight on mental health. 

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September 19, 2022 / Molina Healthcare

Category: Mental Health

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. 988 is the new three-digit number to use if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide. People can call, text or chat by dialing 988 or going to 988lifeline.org. 

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April 10, 2021 / Dr. Sasha Waring, Senior Behavioral Health Medical Director, Molina Healthcare of Washington

Category: Mental Health

Good mental health empowers people to manage everyday pressures and contribute productively to their families and communities. If you’re not mentally healthy, these tasks become challenging. 

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My Journey as a Parent of a Special Needs Child

April 02, 2021 / Dr. Mumtaz Ibrahim, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Molina Healthcare of New York

Category: Children / Mental Health

Understanding autism is vital to accepting it. On this World Autism Awareness Day and in recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, Molina is proud to share the journey of our own Dr. Mumtaz Ibrahim, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Molina Healthcare of New York, in raising a special needs child. Read more at our blog now.

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